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Be prepared for the ACT test day
By Marlene Seeklander Taking the ACT is a big deal for many students, but you can…
Registration deadline approaching for December ACT test date
By Marlene Seeklander Students interested in taking the December ACT test should register soon to avoid…
Who is my FAFSA parent?
By Catherine Mueller It’s a critical step and one that sometimes can be fraught with emotion….
Mapping Your Future Higher Ed News – October 16, 2025
Higher Ed News Vol. 17 – Issue 21 Resources to make completing the 2026-27 FAFSA…
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Higher Ed News Vol. 17 – Issue 20 Department of Education issues reminder: Federal grant…
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Early Awareness E-News September 25, 2025Special Edition Launch of the 2026-27 FAFSA is the earliest…
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Department to distribute 2025-26 Supplemental funds for work-study and grants to specific colleges
By Marlene Seeklander Students should benefit when some colleges will receive 2025-26 supplemental Campus-Based funds in…
EDExpress for Windows 2026-27, Release 1.0 now available
By Marlene Seeklander EDExpress users now have access to the EDExpress for Windows 2026-27, Release 1.0…
Department of Education announces resolution of Federal Pell Grant eligibility issues
By Marlene Seeklander Two “bugs” in the FAFSA Processing System that resulted in incorrect Pell Grant…
October tasks for seniors
By Catherine Mueller During your senior year, you will finalize your college choice. This year is…
Department of Education releases 2026-27 College Financing Plan
By Marlene Seeklander Those financial aid professionals who opt to use the Department of Education’s College…
Federal Need Analysis Methodology updated for the 2026-27 Award Year
By Marlene Seeklander To keep pace with the cost of living, the Department of Education…